christn,
not sure. Still at the rumour stage...discussions between AOA and CX on this topic Mon-Wed next week. Probably on earnings after 55 I suspect but that is complete conjecture.
Max86,
you could be surprised. Lets say that CX says you will get 5% backdated to 1/1/08, another 5-10% next Jan, increase in C+ters allowance and then a paycut for A scales after 55. Tell me now how many people would vote against it! Less than 400 A scalers out of 2300 pilots, and of those 400 A scalers many are in C+T and might vote for it as it would lead to a payrise and the ability to work past 55 on B+ scales! I can't see the 1900 B and C scalers being overly concerned with reduced remuneration beyond 55 for A scales.
So yes it will be up to a popular vote but I am sure it will be presented as a "your only chance at a payrise so don't vote no" option - bit like the last 49ers vote. Management only have this GC to negotiate with for another 5 months so I suspect a few more deals will be forthcoming!